The Spring-Ford varsity basketball team from Royersford, PA, is hosting a non-conference home game against Upper Dublin, based in Fort Washington, PA, today at 4:00 PM.
Game Details
- Teams: Upper Dublin vs. Spring-Ford
- Date: Saturday, January 11, 2025
- Time: 4:00 PM
- Live stream: Watch Here
- Location: Spring-Ford Senior High School
Upper Dublin vs. Spring-Ford: A Statistical Showdown for the 2024-25 Season
As the basketball season progresses, Upper Dublin and Spring-Ford have emerged as two formidable teams, showcasing impressive records and performances. Let’s dive into a detailed comparison of these teams based on their current standings, statistics, and achievements.
Team Rankings & Records
Upper Dublin
- PA Class Rank: 2
- Overall Record: 13-1
- Conference Record: 6-0
- Home Record: 8-0
- Away Record: 4-1
- Neutral Record: 1-0
- Win Percentage: .929
- Conference Win Percentage: 1.000
- Points Scored (PF): 878
- Points Allowed (PA): 618
Spring-Ford
- PA Class Rank: 102
- Overall Record: 11-4
- Conference Record: 4-1
- Home Record: 4-2
- Away Record: 6-1
- Neutral Record: 1-1
- Win Percentage: .733
- Conference Win Percentage: .800
- Points Scored (PF): 851
- Points Allowed (PA): 741
Scoring Averages by Quarter
Upper Dublin has displayed consistency throughout their games, particularly with a strong opening quarter:
- Q1: 25.0 points
- Q2: 14.0 points
- Q3: 9.0 points
- Q4: 13.0 points
- Final Average: 62.7 points
Spring-Ford, while slightly behind in scoring averages, excels in the second half of games:
- Q1: 13.3 points
- Q2: 10.5 points
- Q3: 14.2 points
- Q4: 14.7 points
- Final Average: 56.7 points
Head-to-Head and Common Opponents
Although the two teams have not faced each other this season, Spring-Ford holds a slight edge in performance against common opponents.
- Upper Dublin’s Record vs. Common Opponents: 0-0
- Spring-Ford’s Record vs. Common Opponents: 1-0
Spring-Ford defeated North Penn decisively (48-34) on December 3, 2024. Upper Dublin has yet to play North Penn, with their matchup scheduled for January 16, 2025.
Home vs. Away Records
Upper Dublin has a flawless home record (8-0), a testament to their dominance in familiar territory. On the road, they’ve also been strong with a 4-1 record. Spring-Ford has been resilient away from home, boasting a 6-1 record, though their home performance (4-2) has been slightly less consistent.
Playoff and In-State Records
Neither team has participated in playoff games this season, but Upper Dublin holds a better in-state record (13-1) compared to Spring-Ford’s 10-2. Spring-Ford, however, has ventured out-of-state, with a 1-2 record in those matchups.
Analysis and Key Takeaways
- Scoring Strength: Upper Dublin’s ability to start strong in the first quarter gives them an advantage in setting the tone for games. Spring-Ford compensates with strong second-half performances, making them a comeback threat.
- Defensive Edge: Upper Dublin has allowed fewer points (618) compared to Spring-Ford (741), highlighting their defensive prowess.
- Consistency at Home: Upper Dublin’s unbeaten home record will make them difficult to topple in their home court.
- Potential Matchup: If these two teams face off, the key factors will be Spring-Ford’s ability to counter Upper Dublin’s early game dominance and whether Upper Dublin can sustain their strong defensive and offensive form.
Both teams have displayed exceptional talent and resilience this season. With Upper Dublin’s near-perfect record and Spring-Ford’s competitive performances, a potential clash between these two teams promises to be thrilling. Keep an eye on both squads as they continue their march through the 2024-25 season!
